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1951 Map of Skagway A-1, 1952 Print
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1951 Map of Skagway A-1

USGS Topo · Published 1952

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The Tongass National Forest dominates this coastal landscape where massive glacial ice meets the deep waters of the Pacific. The Meade Glacier carves through the northeastern mountains, feeding the braided channels of the Katzehin River as it empties into the Chilkoot Inlet. This 1951 survey documents the intricate marine geography of the region, from the narrow Chilkat Peninsula separating the two primary inlets to the chain of smaller landmasses like Anyaka Island and Shikosi Island in the Lynn Canal. Inland, the terrain rises sharply to Sinclair Mtn, illustrating the steep vertical relief characteristic of the Southeast Alaskan wilderness. The map provides a detailed view of the coastline just south of Skagway before later development, showing natural landmarks like Battery Point and Kelgaya Point in their mid-century state.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1952
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17.07 x 20.92 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain